Pause with Nature.
Rest with Care.
Restore with Purpose.
If you spend your time caring for others. These retreats are designed for you.
Held by nature • Guided by stillness
This is your invitation to stop holding everything together, and for once, simply let yourself be held.
The time to restore and reconnect is now.
Pause with Nature.
Rest with Care.
Restore with Purpose.
Whether you’ve been carrying the emotional weight of your home, team, or community, or simply need to reconnect with yourself, this is where you can soften, breathe deeply, and let go.
At Roam & Restore, we provide more than just a retreat. This is an unhurried space to be with yourself.
Hello! I’m Marilyn.
For almost 30 years, I devoted my life to helping others, working in social development on issues like literacy, human rights, and environmental sustainability. But after years of giving to everyone else, I found myself completely burnt out.
In 2023, I left my government job and took a long solo walk on the Camino de Santiago, and that walk changed everything. Step by step, I began to reconnect with a deep sense of peace and clarity I hadn’t felt in years.
Ever since, I’ve been creating restorative wellness experiences in nature to help other women, especially those in times of transition, find the space to pause, reflect, and restore.
With an adventurous spirit and a nurturing heart, I invite you to join me in walking gently back to yourself.
Come Home to Yourself.
Here, there’s no checklist to complete and no expectations to meet.
Some moments may bring clarity, while others could bring questions, but all are part of your journey.
Roam & Restore retreats create space for ease and exploration, whether that means reconnecting with your strength or simply finding a space where nothing is expected of you.
These journeys are tailored for individuals who are ready to slow down, breathe, and find clarity through movement, introspection, and being in nature.
From easy, guided hikes to peaceful moments of stillness overlooking breathtaking landscapes, you’ll feel supported, every step of the way.
At Roam & Restore, we create sacred spaces in nature that invite healing, reflection, and renewal.
Find clarity in the calm.
Upcoming retreat experiences:
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2026: Rediscover Your Nature in Panama (a fully hosted wellness journey in Boquete, Chiriquí Highlands and Casco Viejo, Panama City).
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2027: A Personal Pilgrimage, Camino de Santiago, Spain (a multi-day walking meditation over 115 km).
Testimonials
"I loved the hiking and wandering around the hotel. I loved the community of the other women. I also love the food/coffee experience in Old Town. I loved Jose [our guide] and the authentic experience he brought to the trip.”
~ Shannon S.
“Enjoyed all the activities - but the main highlights were the hikes and being at one with nature and at the end luxuriating at the hotel, the camaraderie of the group, and the ability to focus on yourself.”
~ BM
“Being out in nature was fantastic! Having a knowledgeable local guide was also fantastic. The food and drinks were amazing. Having the opportunity to meet and interact with local people was absolutely wonderful. It was so great to see the community love and care for their home.”
~ Milena C.